When police tried to access the Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi UFJ's banking Web site on an infected computer, messages such as "an error was detected" was displayed. The screen then displayed a page prompting users to input their PIN number and other personal data.

The scheme using viruses was a new method of phishing, according to the police sources. They are currently investigating what damage may have been caused.

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